Private jets are a first-choice for affluent travelers, but the environmental impact has posed a dilemma for the ecologically-minded. How can one justify the personal comfort and convenience offered by private jets against the global repercussions of green-house gas emissions? It’s an old story; various celebrities and politicians have been ... Read Full Article »

Fractional ownership private jet operator Avantair boasted a Gold Rating for safety from the Aviation Research Group/U.S. last month. The criteria for the award is based on “historical safety ratings, current aircraft and pilot data, and on-site safety audits,” according to an Avantair press release. The Aviation Research Group/U.S. specializes in ... Read Full Article »

If you’re considering purchasing a fractional jet share with Avantair, this just may be the time to do it – especially if you’re an NCAA fan. Purchase your share prior to March 20, 2007, and you’ll be eligible to receive Avantair’s College Basketball Championship Game Day Package complete with roundtrip travel ... Read Full Article »

In an effort to better compete in the booming Fractional Jet Ownership market, Clearwater, Florida-based Avantair is completing a creative financial transaction which will raise funds needed to help the company grow. Currently, shares of Ardent Acquisition Corp., a Special Purpose Acquisition Company (“SPAC”), are being offered to the public ... Read Full Article »

There are only three days left in 2006, so you need to act now to benefit from the following deals. As of January 1st many destination clubs are raising prices or lowering refund amounts. Here are a few examples that we received news of: As of January 1st, Private Escapes will ... Read Full Article »

In response to our story earlier this month, one of our readers who has owned a share in the plane offered his thoughts:I own a fraction in a Lear 45, a Marquis Jet Card in a Citation X and a card in a Hawker 400XP. Until recently I also had ... Read Full Article »

Though we generally restrict our coverage to private jet travel, occasionally a non-jet squeaks in. The Piaggio P.180 is one such plane, and is the sole plane offerred by up-and-comer fractional provider Avantair. Although the turboprop plane is limited by its range (New York -> Palm Beach is its reach), it’s ... Read Full Article »